Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Pre-purchase roof survey in Burdrop, Oxfordshire
An experienced roof surveyor for pre-purchase roof surveys in Burdrop. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
- A ridge or slope that dips
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
What we can’t see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- How a seller will respond, or what the house is worth
- A structural engineer’s report
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Gutters and downpipes
- The roof space
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Chimney stacks
Pre-purchase roof survey in Burdrop: what you get
A roof report gives you something solid to take back to the seller or the agent. You can ask about the roof’s history, ask for repairs before completion or rethink the price. We cannot say how a seller will respond, but you will be asking from facts rather than guesses. It can also help you decide whether the purchase is still right for you. Typical surveys look at bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs and standing water on a flat extension roof, across flat-roofed extensions and dormers, gutters and downpipes and natural slate.
For a small place like Burdrop, the visit is planned like any other: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at when you book. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Visits can be booked on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Where
- Burdrop (OX15)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Burdrop
More services for Burdrop
Local roofs and buyers in Burdrop
With Broughton Castle about 3.8 miles east, Burdrop sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Burdrop is about 6 miles west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Burdrop and the surrounding area across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire, large and small. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
All of OX15 is within our area for pre-purchase roof surveys. Whether your property is on Hawk's Lane and Acre Ditch or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Other places close to Burdrop include Sibford Gower (1 mile west), Sibford Ferris (1 mile south), Swalcliffe (1 mile east), Epwell (2 miles north) and Tadmarton (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Banbury (6 miles east), Chipping Norton (7 miles south-west), Neithrop (5 miles east), Grimsbury (7 miles east), Ruscote (5 miles east) and Woodstock (14 miles south-east).
What’s near Burdrop
Around Burdrop, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Sibford School. Other landmarks nearby include Broughton Castle (3.8 miles east). For a walk, there is Castle Hill and Woodford Bottom and Lamb's Pool.
Burdrop: your questions answered
Is Burdrop in the area you cover?
Yes, Burdrop is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How do I find out if my home in Burdrop is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
When will the report arrive?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard reports within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Reports are emailed, with photos.
Does the weather affect the survey?
A survey can typically go ahead in light rain. High wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions are not right we’ll arrange another day with you.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Where it’s safe, yes. We inspect from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the loft and from the roof itself where safe. On Premium, a drone is used where applicable.
How long does a pre-purchase roof survey take?
It typically takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Should I get a roof survey as well as a RICS home survey?
They do different things. A RICS home survey covers the whole building, and ours concentrates on the roof alone. Ours sits alongside a RICS survey rather than replacing it.
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Rural addresses near Burdrop can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You book once your offer is accepted and tell us the address and your timetable.
- We agree a time and how we’ll get in, including the loft.
- We check the roof from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- Coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are checked and photographed.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations, ready for you to use before exchange.
How to prepare
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
How to book
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
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How we price pre-purchase roof surveys
To price your survey, we look at:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How big the roof is
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
What to tell us when you contact us
These details help when you get in touch:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
How the survey changes by roof type
Gutters and parapets
Gutters, downpipes and outlets carry water away from walls. We check for blockages, leaking joints and sagging runs.
Flat roofs
Repeated coatings on a flat roof can mask what’s underneath. We record what we can see and say where a closer look is needed.
Do you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Burdrop?
A chimney stack stands out in the wind and rain and they’re often the least maintained part of a roof. Mortar erodes, the flaunching around the pots cracks and the flashings work loose. On terraced and semi-detached homes, a stack may be shared with next door, which matters if work is needed.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
- Flashings that have lifted or split
The streets around a church such as Church of Holy Trinity are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Their report turnaround times
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection